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Free embroidery is great for those who want to abuse their creativity when embroidering. Delicate and super charming, it is also versatile and excellent to be used in decorating environments. Thinking of that, we will show you what it is and how to do it, besides beautiful inspirations for you to do yours at home! Check it out:
What is free embroidery?
It is a freer technique, which allows embroidery to be done on different fabrics, such as t-shirts, jeans, ecobags, and backstops, without the need to follow great rules. Therefore, it is possible to abuse creativity and bring versatility to the process. To do it, just draw your idea on the chosen fabric and start embroidering.
Materials you will need
- Line: The skein (or moline thread) is usually the most used in Freestyle embroidery, since it gives an amazing finish to the creation, besides being easy to find in many colors. However, if you do not have this type of thread, it is possible to do Freestyle embroidery with other types, such as Pearl or sewing thread.
- Needle: There are several needle models on the market, such as those indicated for embroidering on thick, flat or light fabrics. So, think about what fabric the embroidery will be made on and use the needle that is most indicated for it.
- Scissors: should be fine tipped and used only for cutting the lines.
- Rack: You can buy one made of wood or plastic: the former is widely used for decoration, and the latter damages the fabric less. Also, consider whether you want a hoop with or without a clamp. The former model allows you to adjust the hoop according to the thickness of the fabric, but the latter looks better for decoration.
- Raw cotton: This is considered the best fabric for freestyle embroidery because it has no elastane and is resistant. Since it is easier to handle, unbleached cotton is recommended for beginners. However, if you do not have this fabric at home, linen, tricoline, and cambric are also recommended for freestyle embroidery.
- Graphics: graphics are ready-made scratches of phrases, drawings, and images to be embroidered on the fabric. This item is not mandatory, but can be very helpful for those who are just starting out.
It is also important to remember that, despite being a looser technique, free embroidery has stitches that can and should be used in your creations.
5 free embroidery stitches to create beautiful pieces
Free embroidery has several types of stitches, some easier and others more complex. The nice thing about this technique is that you can mix them, that is, use more than one stitch in the same creation:
1. running stitch
This is one of the basic and simplest free embroidery stitches. It is very charming and can be used for outlines as well as for fillings. To do it, you must start the chains inside the center of the previous stitch. That way, the entire embroidery will have a chain finish, just like the bear coat in the picture.
2. point behind
The backstitch is another simple free embroidery stitch, suitable for beginners. It is often used to make outlines and letters, but can also be used for specific fills. The name is due to the fact that the stitch is literally done backwards.
3. hue point
It is a point formed by straight lines very close to each other. It is used to make fills, as in the image above. The hue point is indicated for large fills and work with a shaded effect.
4. full point
Like the hue, the filled dot is formed by close straight lines and is used for fills. However, it is suited for smaller fills, such as the flowers in the image.
5. rod point
It forms a kind of braid in the embroidery and is great for those who wish to give a raised effect to the work. Although it is more suitable for making outlines, it can also be used in fills, as happened in the image above. However, to have a nice result, the stitches need to be made close together.
Once you have learned these free embroidery stitches, you will be able to make beautiful outlines and fills in your creations! Try them out on different embroidery designs until you get the hang of it and see which ones you like best.
How to do free embroidery step by step
If you are a beginner in free embroidery, there is no need to worry! We have separated videos for you to learn important points of this technique, as well as a beautiful design for embroidery. Check it out!
How to do the backstitch
In this video, you will learn the step by step backstitch, one of the easiest in free embroidery. Although it is simple, you need to be careful that it comes out right, so watch the video and learn how to do it!
See_also: 70 stylish decoration ideas for small apartment roomHow to do chainstitch in free embroidery
The chain stitch is another simple stitch that is great for beginners in free embroidery. In this video, you will learn the step-by-step of this charming stitch, so you can use it in your creations!
Learn how to do the fullstitch
The Lockstitch is often used to make fills in free embroidery. If you want to use it for that function in your work, you need to watch this video!
How to make lavender in free embroidery
Do you want to make a beautiful free flower embroidery to decorate your home? In this video you will learn how to embroider a lavender using stem and daisy stitch! You will need green, purple and lilac thread.
There are other stitches and designs that can be used in free embroidery, but knowing the step-by-step of these is a great start. Now, just put into practice what you have learned here to create beautiful free embroidery!
30 free embroidery photos to fall in love with this technique
You can embroider various images and phrases to decorate your home, a piece of clothing, and even a gift for a dear friend. Here are ideas to fall in love with the technique and create wonderful free embroidery:
See_also: 40 models of chandeliers for small living rooms and tips to make the right choice1. free embroidery is an art
2. that can be made into clothes
3. towels
4. reliquaries
5. bookmarks
6. and boards
7. but nowadays he is very successful behind the scenes
8. this model is beautiful
9. and great for decorating your home
10. or even as a gift for someone
11. you can embroider a photo
12. one location
13. a friend
14. or a special quote
15. but the free lettering embroidery
16. it is one of the most successful
17. just like flowers
18. they are delicate embroidery
19. that enchant
20. so putting them together is a great idea
21. how about embroidering flowers with a gnome?
22: Another cool idea is to embroider fun phrases
23. or romantic
24: And how about uniting watercolor and free embroidery?
25. the result is usually amazing
26. make embroidery to decorate children's rooms
27. is also a great idea
28. regardless of the chosen theme
29. and its complexity
The important thing is to have fun and practice free embroidery!
This versatile technique explores your creativity and even allows you to enhance the decoration of your home, an outfit, or a gift for a friend. Now that you know more about it, all you have to do is organize the materials, choose a design, and start working! How about getting to know other types of embroidery?
